as in anticipation
the act or state of looking forward to some occurrence
that feeling of optimistic expectancy that fills theatergoers as they wait for the curtain to rise
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Recent Examples of expectancy
A dog's life expectancy will depend on the underlying cause and the duration, and severity of the disease.
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
Thanks in part to the NHS's failures, Britons are falling behind on metrics from life expectancy to infant mortality.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Best win: at Kansas Worst loss: vs. San Diego State
NET ranking: 2
Comment: The victory at KU was the Big 12’s most unlikely win since 2017 using the win expectancy metrics on KenPom.com.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2025
California was the second-best state for life expectancy, according to WalletHub.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 1 Feb. 2025
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
Thanks in part to the NHS's failures, Britons are falling behind on metrics from life expectancy to infant mortality.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Best win: at Kansas Worst loss: vs. San Diego State
NET ranking: 2
Comment: The victory at KU was the Big 12’s most unlikely win since 2017 using the win expectancy metrics on KenPom.com.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2025
California was the second-best state for life expectancy, according to WalletHub.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 1 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expectancy
Noun
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This doesn’t mean that anyone should chase emotionally unavailable partners, but confirms that creating a little bit of mystery can increase anticipation and likely, attraction.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Netflix has worked to keep anticipation high with behind-the-scenes footage, set photos, and promises that the wait will be worth it.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
2 June 2025
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Returning most of the team that won the 2024 Class 4A state title, Providence has dealt with large expectations all season.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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Smith said during the playoffs his expectation is to be ready by training camp.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
31 May 2025
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“Expectancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expectancy. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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